Housekeeping

Beers at the Basin is a licenced liquor event operating under strict regulations. We reserve the right to refuse entry if suitable photo ID cannot be presented on request.

We reserve the right to remove any individuals from the Festival whose behaviour prevents other visitors from having a good time. Unacceptable behaviour includes, but isn’t limited to, intoxication, fighting and rudeness.
Alcohol sales are closed strictly 30mins before the end of the Festival, an announcement will be made reminding you before sales are going to end.

 Some other general housekeeping rules to be aware of are:

  • No high heels or stiletto heels are allowed into the Festival
  • Use the correct lane on entry to the Festival, to speed up your experience.
  • Children and babies are not permitted under the Festival restricted liquor license (no exceptions).
  • Safe transport options home will be available if you need a taxi or uber, please ask any staff member.
  • No Smoking or vaping is permitted inside the Basin Reserve, no exceptions (there will be a dedicated area outside the main Festival entry)
  • Pass Outs are not available – once you leave the Festival you won’t be allowed back in.
  • Alcohol cannot be taken outside the Festival.
  • If you lose your Festival cup this will not be replaced.
  • Please do not bring any animals (except for guide dogs), 
  • Please do not bring musical instruments, big outdoor umbrellas (you are welcome to bring rain umbrellas) or furniture with you (that includes blow up or inflatable items). You can bring blankets or picnic mats.
  • Outside food & beverages cannot be brought into the Festival.
  • You can bring in an empty clear opaque water bottle (no glass) – there will be free water available.
  • Remember your sunscreen, sun hats, rainwear (if required) and warm clothing (no pass outs).

Promotional photos and video will be taken at the Festival and by purchasing a ticket and / or attending the event you give permission for your likeness to be used by Beers at the Basin.
If you do not want your image used by Beers at the Basin in any future promotional activity please locate a Beers at the Basin senior crew member at the Festival and let them know.

ID Accepted:  A HANZ Card, Kiwi Access card, a New Zealand Drivers License, New Zealand or Foreign Passport.